Nervous System 2023

Front

What is the structure at the end of an axon that releases neurotransmitters?

Back

Axon Terminal

Front

What is the wrinkled part of the brain's surface responsible for processing information?

Back

Cerebral Cortex

Front

What part of the brain is represented by the letter C?

Back

Cerebellum

Front

What are the two main parts of the Nervous System?

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The Central Nervous System & The Peripheral Nervous System

Front

What is the function of a sensory neuron?

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Cell structure that receives signals.

Front

What is the main function of the Central Nervous System?

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To process and transmit information throughout the body.

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What is the role of the Peripheral Nervous System?

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To connect the Central Nervous System to the limbs and organs.

Front

What is a synapse?

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The space across which signals travel between neurons.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

What is the function of the myelin sheath?

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To insulate axons and speed up signal transmission.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Front

What is the brain stem responsible for?

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Regulating vital functions such as breathing and heart rate.